Program Overview

University of Alberta Programs

The University of Alberta offers a wide range of programs for undergraduate and graduate students.

Undergraduate Programs

The university provides various undergraduate programs, including:

• Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of Engineering
• Bachelor of Education

Bachelor of Commerce

The Bachelor of Commerce program is offered by the Alberta School of Business.

Why Study this Program?

Operations Management professionals play a critical role in organizations, analyzing data and behavior to optimize processes, manage resources, and improve profitability and service.

Program Description

In the Operations Management program, students learn to use computer models, mathematics, process analysis, and business analytics to interpret data and make business decisions. They also develop analytical and problem-solving skills that are useful in a wide variety of everyday situations.

Possible Careers

Possible careers for graduates of the Operations Management program include:

• Accountant
• Auditor
• Business Analyst
• Financial Analyst
• Human Resources Professional
• International Trade Specialist
• Logistics Manager
• Marketing Manager
• Materials Controller
• Operations Manager
• Product Forecaster
• Production Specialist
• Project Manager
• Purchasing Agent
• Strategic Planner
• Systems Administrator

Admissions Requirements

Admissions requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce program include:

• English Language Arts 30-1
• Mathematics 30-1
• One of the following subjects:
  • Fine Arts
  • Humanities
  • Languages other than English
  • Math/Sciences
• Two of the following subjects:
  • Humanities
  • Languages other than English
  • Math/Sciences

English Language Proficiency

The University of Alberta requires all students to have the language skills they need to understand, participate, and learn in classes. The primary language of instruction is English.

Indigenous Applicants

The University of Alberta is committed to encouraging Indigenous students to pursue higher education. Indigenous students have been under-represented in higher education in Canada, and the university's policy aims to increase opportunity and representation.

Deadline

The application deadline for the Fall semester is March 1, 2026, for both domestic and international students.

Tuition and Fees

Tuition and fees for the Bachelor of Commerce program vary depending on the student's citizenship status and program of choice. The university provides a cost calculator to estimate the costs.

Scholarships and Financial Support

The University of Alberta offers over $52 million in scholarships, awards, and financial support for undergraduate students each year. Additional scholarships are available for specific faculties and programs.

Research Areas

The University of Alberta is involved in various research areas, including:

• Energy and Environment
• Artificial Intelligence
• Health and Well-being
• Indigenous Research
• Agriculture and Food
• Social Transformations

Colleges and Faculties

The University of Alberta has several colleges and faculties, including:

• College of Health Sciences
• College of Natural and Applied Sciences
• College of Social Sciences and Humanities
• Augustana Campus
• Campus Saint-Jean
• Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
• Native Studies

Affiliated Colleges

The University of Alberta has affiliated colleges, including:

• St. Joseph's College
• St. Stephen's College

Services

The University of Alberta provides various services, including:

• Student Service Centre
• Staff Service Centre
• Library
• Museums
• Recreation
• Athletics
• Emergencies
• Campus Security
• Support During a Crisis
• IT Help
• Maintenance Request
• Associations
• Staff Services
• Student Services
• Alumni Services
• Research Services

About the University

The University of Alberta is located on the territory of the N嶭iyaw (Cree), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), M彋is, Nakoda (Stoney), Dene, Haudenosaunee (Iroquois), and Anishinaabe (Ojibway/Saulteaux) lands, which are now known as part of Treaties 6, 7, and 8 and the homeland of the M彋is. The university respects the sovereignty, lands, histories, languages, knowledge systems, and cultures of all First Nations, M彋is, and Inuit nations.